GROUP FITNESS SPOTLIGHT: PILATES

Pilates is a dynamic, body-weight training method that targets your large core muscles, breathingand posture.You may strengthen your abs and tone up your glutes even as you protect and stabilize your back. (Oh, and by the way, you can carve up a six pack stomach in record time.)

At the heart of our diverse, multi-level Pilates classes are full-body exercises developed to stabilize and sculpt your abs andsurrounding muscles, such as your hips and upper back. As you perform the controlled physical movements, or postures, you will learn how to emphasize breathing rhythms, alignment tweaks and balance. You might use all sorts of body sculpting tools, too, such as medicine balls or dumbbells.

The inventor of Pilates, Joseph Pilates, actually created this well-blended mix of calisthenics, gymnastics, yoga and stretching to formulate his original series of strength-based core sessions. Some benefits of Pilates include increased flexibility, muscular endurance as well ascore stability, especially for sports performance.

Core Training Sculpts and Tones

According to the London Pain Clinic, practicing a consistent Pilates exercise routine is a significant preventive practice for lower back pain. Eight out of 10 American will suffer from back pain at one point. It's important to strengthen your core as a preventative measure.

In Pilates classes at California Family Fitness, you may experience a blend of exercises flavored with each instructors’ unique training. Adaptable to every fitness level, Pilates trainingis an effective and inspirational addition to your weekly fitness regimen. Check our your clubs pilatesgroup fitness class schedule. We look forward to seeing you in class soon!